Police investigating stolen machinery in Derry

It happened yesterday in Londonderry.

Police are appealing for information.
Author: Hannah PattersonPublished 24th Dec 2023

Police in Derry are investigating the recent theft of machinery from commercial premises in the city.

A yellow JCB telehandler 530 Model is believed to have been stolen yesterday (Saturday, 23rd) sometime between 10am and 5.45pm from premises on the Buncrana Road in Londonderry.

A police spokesperson said: "The machinery which also has reflective black and red branding stickers is of significant value. If you know the whereabouts of this equipment or if you've been offered a similar item for sale in suspicious circumstances, call us on 101 quoting reference number 1384 23/12/23."

Police are appealing for anyone in the area around this time that noticed anything out of the ordinary, or may have dash-cam or CCTV footage of the area during these times, to please get in touch.

You can also submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ You can also call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.